Advanced Imaging Concepts

Advanced Imaging Concepts (AIC) is a digital imaging solutions provider that has been serving the life sciences, biomedical imaging, and materials research communities since 1989. The company specializes in supplying, upgrading, and repurposing microscope imaging systems, with a focus on making high-end microscope imaging technology accessible across all levels of research. AIC offers both new and refurbished complete systems, including microscopes, cameras, computer hardware, and imaging software.

A core part of AIC's approach is recycling and repurposing existing equipment, helping customers maximize the value of what they already own rather than replacing entire systems. The company provides expertise in adding automation, AI-powered image analysis, real-time deconvolution, spinning disk confocal systems, and super-resolution capabilities to existing microscopes, as well as updating fluorescent illumination and filters to improve signal quality.

Product Categories

• Cameras for Microscopy: AIC supplies a range of microscopy cameras, including the Hamamatsu ORCA Halo, which features a 3000 × 3000 pixel sensor, 3.76 μm × 3.76 μm pixel size, 86% peak quantum efficiency, full well capacity of 49,100 electrons, readout speeds of 18.2 fps at 16-bit and 24.3 fps at 12-bit, and a USB 3.1 Gen1 interface.
• Microscope Systems: Complete systems are available, including both new and refurbished microscopes suited to a range of research applications.
• Imaging Software: AIC offers Image-Pro AI, an image analysis platform incorporating deep learning for scientific image segmentation and analysis.
• Illumination Systems: The company supplies fluorescence components, fiber optic illumination, and updated light sources as part of its microscope upgrade offerings.
• Microscope Accessories: AIC carries a full line of accessories including multi-pass dichroic mirrors, filter wheels, anti-vibration platforms, micromanipulators, and automation components.
• Worm Fly Products: Dedicated product offerings for model organism research involving C. elegans and Drosophila.
• SLICE Light Sheet Microscope: Powered by Aurox Visionary Software, this system supports z-stack imaging, mosaic image tiling, time-lapse and multi-channel multi-position imaging, confocal, wide-field and bright-field modes, three sectioning modes, OME-TIFF file format, and one-click image export.

Image-Pro AI Capabilities

• Deep learning-based segmentation that identifies objects with complex or dim edges, functioning similarly to human visual processing.
• Minimal user input required for efficient operation.
• All processing is performed on-device, with no uploading or downloading of data, supporting secure and confidential workflows.
• Analysis protocols can be saved with custom or pre-trained models for integration into automated workflows.
• Designed for use in both life sciences research and materials research and inspection.

Services

• Recycle and Repurpose Microscopes: AIC works within customer budgets to upgrade existing equipment, from replacing older video cameras with modern sCMOS systems to adding filter wheels, dichroic mirrors, spinning disk confocal capabilities, and super-resolution functionality.
• Update Your Microscopes: AIC offers consultations and demonstrations for upgrading cameras, fluorescent filters, and light sources. Customers can contact the company directly for a free consultation, including sending photos of their current setup for tailored recommendations.
• Image Analysis Software: Supply and support of image analysis software solutions, including AI-powered tools.
• Digital Microscope Training: Training services are available to help researchers transition into digital microscopy workflows.

AIC serves customers across life science research, biomedical imaging, and materials research, and can be reached directly through their sales contact for consultations on equipment upgrades and system configurations suited to specific research needs and budgets.